What you'll learn
Learn to step into the spotlight with our Acting short course program in Sydney.
f you love telling stories, making people laugh, or stepping into different characters, this course is for you. In a supportive and fun environment, you’ll develop your acting abilities while working with others to create exciting performances.
Across the term, you’ll learn how to use your voice and body more effectively, explore different acting methods, and discover how to break down scripts and characters. You’ll practise improvisation, drama games, and teamwork activities that will not only help you on stage but also build valuable life skills such as communication and confidence.
The course ends with an opportunity to showcase what you’ve learned, giving you the thrill of performing in front of family and friends.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Use vocal production techniques to speak clearly and confidently.
- Apply movement to express character and story.
- Explore acting methods to develop believable characters.
- Understand and analyse scripts.
- Apply stagecraft skills in performance.
- Build confidence and creativity in front of an audience.
Course content
What will be covered in this course?
- Drama warm-ups and confidence-building games.
- Voice and movement training.
- Character creation and development.
- Introduction to stagecraft and stage presence.
- Script reading and analysis.
- Ensemble work and collaboration.
- Informal performance opportunities.
Intended audience
Who is this course for?
- This course is for young people aged 12–17 who are interested in acting, drama, or performing. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to learn and play.
Course venue
Marrickville Campus
Course materials
What to bring to class
- Wear casual clothes with covered shoes
- Bring a water bottle
Additional information
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